Euro

The euro has been the currency used in Monaco since January 1, 2002. Before the introduction of the euro, the currency used in Monaco was the Monegasque franc.

There are two series of coins in circulation.

The euro has been the currency used in Monaco since January 1, 2002. Before the introduction of the euro, the currency used in Monaco was the Monegasque franc.

There are two series of coins in circulation.

The first series depicts, on the €2 coin, HSH Prince Rainier III. A double portrait of HSH Prince Rainier III and HSH Hereditary Prince Albert appears on the €1 coin. The 10, 20 and 50-cent coins depict the Prince’s seal. The coat of arms of the Sovereign Princes of Monaco is shown on the 1, 2 and 5-cent coins.

The second series shows, on the €2 and €1 coins, a portrait of HSH Prince Albert II. HSH Prince Albert’s monogram is depicted on the 10, 20 and 50-cent coins. The coat of arms of the Sovereign Princes of Monaco is the main feature of the design on the 1, 2 and 5-cent coins.